Friends@First
Friends@First is located in the downtown Mesa corridor. We are a committed group who are working to serve anyone 18 and older in need, including unhoused friends and neighbors. Friends@First currently serves the community with a cool down room, blessing bags, shower facilities and a clothing closet for adults.
Facilities are located at 15 E. 1st Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210 in the Outreach Center.
October 1st through May 31st:
MON 12PM-3PM & THU 12PM-3PM
June 1st through September 30th
MON 12PM-3PM, TUES 12PM-3PM & THU 12PM-3PM
Follow @FriendsAtFirst on Instagram and Facebook to join us on our journey to better serve the downtown Mesa community!
Want to support Friends@First? Click here to donate online. Make sure to include “Friends@First” in the memo field.
Clothing Donations Needed!
Our adult clothing closet needs new or gently-used clothing donations for the winter. The items below are what we are currently in need of. Thank you so much for your donations and continued support. You are making a huge difference in many people’s lives.
Adult Clothing Closet:
Men’s pants and jeans – sizes 32-34-36-38
Men’s boxer brief underwear – size Medium to Large
Men’s tennis shoes – sizes 10 and 13 preferably gray or black
Men’s belts – large sizes
Hoodies – small and medium
Women’s Jeans – sizes 6-10
Gloves, backpacks and medium-sized rolling suitcases
We are not in need of any women’s clothing at this time.
Blessing Bags
Our Blessing Bag supplies are in constant need. Friends@First has blessed many hungry people who have reached out to us for help.
Please drop off donations, Monday through Thursday 9:00 am until 3:00 pm at the front office at 15 E 1st Ave. Mesa, AZ 85210. If you would prefer to give a monetary donation, click here and enter “Blessing Bag” in the memo space.
Pudding Cups
Fruit Cups
Crackers with peanut butter or cheese
Protein Bars or granola bars
Protein (Tuna, Chicken, SpaghettiOs, Etc.)
We are also in need of travel-size hygiene supplies and towels for our shower program.
Soap
Shampoo
Deodorant
Toothpaste
Razors
Shaving cream
Thank you for your generosity!
Friends@First Volunteer Registration
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Friends@First. Friends@First provides resources through our adult’s clothing closet, Cool Down Room and shower facilities. Opportunities for volunteers include intake/reception for the Cool Down Room, and attendants for the clothing closet and shower facilities.
Please complete the information below and we will get back to you about volunteer opportunities and training.
Save The Family
Thanks to the Missions Committee, low-income families at Save The Family will have a sweet and spooky Halloween this year!
We have donated candy and pumpkins for their upcoming Halloween festival. This will ensure that all children have a chance to trick-or-treat, enjoy the festivities, and express their creativity!
Who is Save The Family? From their website: “Established in 1988, Save the Family Foundation of Arizona is a leading provider of housing, case management and supportive services to more than 650 homeless and impoverished families annually throughout Maricopa County. We work to equip families to overcome underlying issues that lead to homelessness – ensuring stable homes, safe children and strong families because of our efforts. Join us today to help end family homelessness – volunteer, donate or advocate on behalf of those we serve. We appreciate your interest in Save the Family!”
To learn more about how you can support Save The Family and the families they serve, please visit savethefamily.org
